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Front End Developer
Why choose the Front End Developer? Front-end development involves building and implementing the user-facing or client-side components of a website or web application. During the Front-end Development PLUS course, you’ll have access to over 200 hours o...
AWS Certified Developer – Associate
Why choose the AWS Certified Developer – Associate? The AWS Certified Developer – Associate certification is perfect for people wanting hands-on experience developing and maintaining an AWS-based application. By completing this course, you...
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
Why choose the AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate? The certificate validates your skills in deploying, managing, and operating scalable and fault tolerant systems on AWS. You’ll explore data flow control, selecting appropriate AWS ser...
CAPM and Change Management Pathway
Stand out to employers with the ultimate collection of project management and change management certifications This collection aims to make individuals with no project management experience, ready to take on a role as Project Manager. When you finish t...
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Why choose the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)? The CISM certification is globally recognised and highly regarded by employers in the information security field. Holding the CISM certification demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of...
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Why choose the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)? Becoming a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is an objective measure of excellence and a globally recognised standard of achievement that many organis...
CompTIA CASP
If you’re looking to learn critical thinking across a wide spectrum of security disciplines to propose and implement solutions mapped to enterprise drivers, then the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner certification is for you. The CompTIA CASP+ (Co...
CompTIA PenTest+
Why choose the CompTIA PenTest+? The CompTIA PenTest+ certification stands out as one of the top penetration testing exams, combining both hands-on, performance-based, and multiple-choice questions. This approach guarantees that candidates possess the...
CompTIA Server+
Why choose the CompTIA Server+? CompTIA Server+ certification validates that you can plan, secure and maintain a variety of server equipment. These skills are in huge demand in today’s IT environments and will ensure that you’re able to wor...
Cyber Security Analyst Pathway
Why choose the Cyber Security Analyst Pathway? Whether you have experience of IT and Cyber Security or are completely new to both, the four course Cyber Security Analyst Pathway will ensure that you learn the fundamentals of computing, networking, and...
Advanced Health & Nutrition
This is the perfect start to a better you. Co-created with industry experts, Ulleo’s Advanced Health & Nutrition short course empowers learners to make informed decisions for themselves and others. Whether you are looking to kickstart your career o...
Agile Project Management Foundation
Why choose the Agile Project Management certification? More projects are run using Agile methodologies than any other recognised framework, with demand for Agile-trained professionals constantly increasing. The Agile PM® Foundation course is a professi...
ABC Scrum Master
Why choose the ABC Scrum Master certification? Scrum is a framework for effective product development and collaboration. Enrol in the ABC Scrum Master certificate to learn the role of a Scrum Master and the principles behind the Scrum Framework. This c...
PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner
Why choose the PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner? PRINCE2® is a globally recognised project management methodology, and its adaptability lets you manage projects of all sizes, using industry best practice. The PRINCE2® Agile Practitioner course is an extensi...
Psychology & Mental Health Essentials
Explore the fascinating psychology behind our brains, bodies and behaviours and learn new ways to improve mental health and wellbeing. Learn directly from Australia’s leading counsellors, psychologists and health coaches. Discover the complex inner wor...
Advanced Psychology & Mental Health: The Counselling Toolkit
Whether you want to launch a new career, upskill in your current role, or simply learn more about what it means to be human – counselling is an invaluable skill for anyone and everyone. Explore real-world counselling techniques and approaches fro...
Animal Health & Veterinary Care Foundations
Get ready to turn your love for animals into a rewarding career! Go behind the scenes with animal and veterinary care experts at RSPCA Queensland and other leading organisations. Find your passion as you learn about every aspect of animal health and ca...
Data Analyst
Embark on a data-driven journey and kickstart your career with our accelerated Data Analyst Bootcamp, delivered by Simplilearn in collaboration with IBM. This comprehensive course equips you with essential data interpretation, visualisation, and analyt...
AI-Powered Business Analyst
Accelerate your career with Upskilled’s AI-Powered Business Analyst Bootcamp, delivered in collaboration with Simplilearn and endorsed by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®). This intensive online program equips you with the latest...
Certified Data Analytics Professional
Our Certified Data Analytics Professional course is ideal for anyone wanting to get started in a career built on data analysis. In a digital world, the skills and knowledge you will acquire in this course are in high demand with organisations all over...
A short course can unlock a world of opportunity, offering you the chance to upskill, advance in your career, or become a more well-rounded, valuable member of the workforce.
A short course is the perfect, bite-sized way of gaining new knowledge. Maybe you’re making a significant change, or want to dip your toes in the water before taking on a full three-year degree. Or perhaps you want to improve your employability or secure a promotion by gaining new skills. Whatever the case may be, the plethora of short courses available today makes it possible to pursue your dreams, on your own terms.
Better yet, short courses are available both online and in person. Online study utilises flexible delivery methods and allows for personalisation, meaning you can study after work hours, just before the school pickup run, or on the weekend. Instead of online learning, you also have the option to take your course in person under the guidance of industry experts. Short courses can be tailored to meet your preferences, empowering you to succeed in the modern world of work.
Why choose a short course?
There is a multitude of reasons that you may be interested in completing study – whether it’s to upskill, as a pathway to higher education, or for professional development, there are lots of courses that could suit your needs. With short courses taught through TAFE, independent registered training organisations (RTOs) as well as some universities, there have never been so many options for short courses!
A short course:
- Helps you elevate your career, whether you’re trying to take it in a new direction or want to excel in your existing role
- Requires no specific prerequisites – recent school-leavers and adults who have been out of the workforce for decades can both find their place in online study
- Allows for incredible flexibility, slotting into your life
What short courses are available?
You’re truly spoiled for choice with the sheer number of short courses that are available in Australia. Your options could include:
- Short courses designed to help you learn about one specific skill such as food handling, responsible service of alcohol or social media management that go for a day or a week
- Short courses in practical skills such as first aid
- Short courses that aim to teach you new skills for hobbies such as flower arranging
- Short courses such as a Certificate III, which are designed to give you a much more in-depth overview of a topic, such as a Certificate III in Project Management, Certificate III in Community, or a certification in Business Administration
- Short courses that equip you with a Certificate III in Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a particular emerging technology
- Short courses designed for upskilling for your professional development needs
- Short courses created to help get you started in a specific industry or role such as social sciences, mental health or the visual arts
How to study
One of the most significant benefits of living in today’s society is the range of study options available to students. While short courses are often taught through TAFE, higher education providers and independent registered training organisations (RTOs) do also offer valuable courses for those looking to learn.
Short courses are available throughout Australia, in every state and territory, including NSW and Victoria. Depending on the course you do and where you do it, free TAFE inducements may exist for students completing courses that will result in jobs considered to be in a shortage of supply by the relevant government. While large cities such as Melbourne and Sydney provide the most extensive range of course options, there are also many courses available in rural areas, especially for those who want to enrol in a course that’s relevant to a rural area.
Online short courses were popular even before the rise of COVID-19, and have only continued to rise in popularity since then. Online courses allow students to study from anywhere, although international students should always check with CRICOS before attempting to enrol in a course. Australian students need to check that they can study across state lines.
Part-time and full-time study loads are available for a number of courses, and can be found in the course guides.
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